Core Intro The City of Whittlesea is unique. We are a growing and diverse Council, offering interesting work and exciting opportunities to explore. Here, you will find a team of friendly and authentic people who, together, create a fun and supportive setting. It is a place where the real you is welcomed, your wellbeing is prioritised and your work matters. If you are inspired by delivering for our community, have a desire to grow, and can bring a positive energy to share with your talented colleagues, then you might just find your place with us. The part you will play City of Whittlesea is seeking a passionate, experienced and community-focused Youth Development Officer (Middle Years) to join our Youth Development Unit. The Youth Development Officer (Middle Years) is a key member of Council's Youth Development Team, delivering strategic, evidence-informed initiatives that improve outcomes for children (7–11 years) and young people (12–25 years) across the City of Whittlesea. Working alongside young people, community partners and Council teams, you will develop and lead projects, partnerships and community engagement initiatives that strengthen participation, wellbeing, inclusion and connection. Through collaboration and innovation, you will help amplify youth voice, build community capacity and support the delivery of Council's Youth Plan and Community Plan. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by developing responsive solutions to emerging issues, strengthening pathways for young people, and helping shape a municipality where every child and young person can thrive. Let’s talk about you To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to have:
• Tertiary qualification suitable for working in the Youth Work field and substantial experience (minimum of 5 years) in working with children and young people (7 – 25 years), particularly primary school aged children and their families. Local Government experience highly desirable but not essential.
• Victorian Drivers Licence.
• Highly developed programmatic skills and the ability to target a wide variety of audiences, including CALD communities and ‘at risk’ marginalised groups.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice when working with young people,



consistent with the Code of Ethical Practice for the Victorian Youth Sector, supported by a thorough understanding of Child Safe Standards, safeguarding obligations and best-practice approaches, together with sound knowledge of developmental, community development and strengths-based principles and practices.
• An understanding of the contemporary context and experiences of young people; the development, challenges and transitions inherent in their life course, incorporating the ability to articulate how this relates to the needs of children (7 – 11 years) and young people (12 – 25 years) in the City of Whittlesea.
• Demonstrated nuanced understanding of the complex issues faced by members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and asexual (LGBTIQA+) communities.
• Ability to design and deliver training workshops and presentations, and research, plan, deliver, evaluate and report on a variety of programs and activities.
• Highly effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills and computer literacy. Why you will love working with us In addition to the role, we also offer a variety of benefits. Here are just a few:
• Part Time, Maternity Leave Backfill – 12-month fixed term (0.6FTE)
• The total remuneration package is Band 6
- $100,440.08 + Super + Flexible Working
• Flexible working practices, including hybrid working from home arrangements
• Comprehensive Wellbeing program, including free exercise classes and discounted gym access There are many more benefits available to you, check them out by visiting our website using this link. Your next steps This advert is only meant to provide you with an overview, for more details on what makes this a great opportunity, please download the full PD or if you would like to ask questions, please contact Mike Colling, Unit Manager Youth Development Unit on Ph: 0499 337 064 or via email at:



[email protected]. When you are ready to apply just click the button below, attach your resume along with a covering letter that addresses the Key Selection Criteria. We welcome applications from international candidates if you have a valid Visa to work in Australia. The closing date is 12:00am Friday 6 November 2026. We will review applications as they are received and may organise interviews before the closing date, so don't delay your application if you are interested in being considered. For more information on next steps once you have submitted your application, visit the City of Whittlesea Recruitment page. Please note all applicants must apply online, and no late applications will be accepted. At the City of Whittlesea, we value diversity and appreciate everyone’s strengths. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects our municipality. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, people with a disability and people identifying as LGBTIQ. The City of Whittlesea is also a Child Safe employer. Council is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that encourages employees to participate, without discrimination, in both work-related and other activities conducted within a work context, with the support of workplace adjustments. Where possible, the Council will identify and resolve potential barriers to the recruitment and employment of people with disabilities within the organisation. If you require a workplace adjustment to support you during the interview process, please email [email protected] with your request outlining your preferred method of contact. Workplace adjustment (also known as “reasonable adjustment”) is defined as: “Whatever is considered necessary and achievable to enable an employee to perform their job role efficiently and to the best of their abilities”. A Workplace adjustment can be requested at any stage in the recruitment process and/or as a part of the employment of an individual. Position Description: Youth Development Officer PD

📌 Youth Development Officer (Australia)
🏢 City Of Whittlesea
📍 Australia